Prove adult succeeded? Sure (9)

From Daily Telegraph Cryptic 31267, 2D

2D — Prove adult succeeded? Sure (9)ASCERTAIN

  • Definition
    Definition found: 'Prove' — The definition is the first word — to make sure of, to verify.
  • Wordplay
    Wordplay: Charade
  • Abbreviation
    Abbreviations spotted: 'adult' → A
  • Abbreviation
    Abbreviations spotted: 'succeeded?' → S
  • Synonym
    Synonyms spotted: 'Sure' → CERTAIN
  • Assembly
    A + S + CERTAIN = ASCERTAIN

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